Cas & Fev RLRS

RFL policy regarding the use of protective goggles

The RFL sanction the use of protective goggles for use in games and training within Rugby League providing the goggles have no rigid components which could cause harm to a player. These goggles
would usually be made of soft plastic with an elastic head band to keep them in place.

The RFL recommend that head guards are worn by players wearing goggles to reduce the chance of the head band from the goggles sliding down the player’s neck.

Any player wearing goggles should seek written clarification from their optician that the goggles are suitable for contact sport. This letter from the optician, together with this RFL policy, may prove useful on
match days to reassure match officials and opponents.

However, despite this policy, the final decision on the suitability of any player equipment is ultimately the referee’s decision.

Within the professional game approval must be sought from the RFL Operations department in writing with the letter from the opticians at least 7 days before the match day where they are intended to be worn.
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